Darwin, Australia
Reference:
* Level 6 - $95, Pro-rata) per year plus 12% Superannuation
* Part-time / Permanent (3 days a Week - Mon, Tues & Wed)
* 6 weeks annual leave
About the Opportunity
This role will requires development, implementation and evaluation of effective strategies, partnerships and projects that increase access, inclusion and participation acrros City of Darwin.The position also provides essential support in delivering City of Darwin's Access and Inclusion Strategy At City of Darwin, we're passionate about building and sustaining a high-performance culture that motivates our people to deliver exceptional results.
The role will also work closely with the City of Darwin Access & Inclusion Advisory Committee, made up of residents with lived experience, those who work or volunteer with people with disability and those who have expertise in the area to ensure community members engage and participate in local decision-making with the City of Darwin and across the broader Darwin community.
As a Community Development Officer, you will:
* Provide Strategic expert advise in the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of current and future Access and Inclusion Strategies.
* Prepare comprehensive, high-quality reports and present findings to the Access and Inclusion Advisory Committee.
* Represent the City of Darwin on relevant external network groups including the DiversAbility Collective.
* Contribute to the successful implementation, reporting and promotion of the City of Darwin's Access Strategy
About you
To be successful in this role, you will have extensive knowledge of community development, access and inclusion and the proven ability to effectively apply these within organisational and community contexts.
You are required to have an understanding of equity and disadvantage in our community and experience communicating and influencing outcomes for the community.
You will have demonstrated influencing skills, strong verbal and written communication skills, stakeholder engagement skills, together with strong project management skills.
Pre-requisites
* Diploma in Community Services or similar qualifications and/or equivalent qualifications and/or a minimum of three (3) years' experience in a similar role.
* Class C Drivers Licence
* NT Working With Children Check.
* Ability to obtain a National Police Records Check
For further information regarding this role, please read full position description or contact Andrew Aragala on
How to Apply: We do not accept direct applications, to apply for the position
Please go to City of Darwin Careers - Current Vacancies
The vacancy closes at 5pm on 19 March 2026.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
We are looking forward to receiving your application if you are a direct applicant. Please note that we are not working with recruitment agencies for this position.
The City of Darwin is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background to apply.
As part of Council's recruitment process, applicants may be required to undergo pre-employment assessments, such as a Medical Assessment, National Police Check and Psychometric Assessment.
Applications Close: 19 Mar 2026